Cleveland St. Vikings vs Valparaiso Crusaders Betting Picks & Predictions
On Tuesday night, Cleveland State and Valparaiso will face off in a Midwest matchup. Cleveland State (1-2 SU, 1-1 ATS) suffered a loss to Kansas State but is looking to
Game outlook
On Tuesday night, Cleveland State and Valparaiso will face off in a Midwest matchup. Cleveland State (1-2 SU, 1-1 ATS) suffered a loss to Kansas State but is looking to bounce back. Valparaiso (1-1 SU, 0-1 ATS) is coming off a big win over Concordia Ann Arbor. The game will take place at 8:00 EST at the Athletics-Recreation Center. Valparaiso is currently the betting favorite at +100. Stay tuned for predictions on this exciting rivalry game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Vikings -105 | Crusaders -115
Spread: Vikings +100 (-110) | Crusaders +100 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Valparaiso will win straight-up is 53%.
Cleveland St. Vikings
The Cleveland State Vikings have faced tough opponents in their recent games, including Michigan and Kansas State. Despite some struggles, they have shown promise with a strong offense led by Dylan Arnett and Je'Shawn Stevenson. The team's defense has room for improvement, as they have allowed a high shooting percentage by their opponents. Overall, the Vikings are ranked 307 in offense and 310 in defense, with a record of 1-1 for the season. They will need to focus on improving their defensive performance to achieve better results moving forward.
Valparaiso Crusaders Analysis
The Beacons recently suffered a 20-point loss in their season opener but bounced back with a blowout win over Concordia Ann Arbor. They have been successful on offense, averaging 87 points per game while shooting 47.9% from the field and making 6.5 three-pointers. Defensively, they have allowed 64.5 points per game and have been strong on the glass with 48.5 rebounds per game. Despite allowing opponents to shoot 37.7% from the field, they have struggled with steals and blocks. In their recent win, seven players scored in double digits and the team dominated with a 63-18 lead at halftime. Freshman Lucas Scroggins impressed with a smooth 6-6 shooting performance and 12 points. On the other hand, Valparaiso Crusaders have a power ranking of 307 and have struggled on both offense and defense, ranking in the mid-200s for both categories. They have a 0-1 record and have had difficulty against Cleveland St. in previous matchups. The Beacons have room for improvement, especially in their three-point shooting and defensive statistics.